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No Dellavedova but Melbourne hammer Wildcats in Perth

No Dellavedova but Melbourne hammer Wildcats in Perth

Melbourne United have hammered Perth 97-68 in the Wildcats' own den, making light of the absence of Matthew Dellavedova.

Taipans hold firm to seal consecutive home NBL wins

Taipans hold firm to seal consecutive home NBL wins

Taipans hold firm to seal consecutive home NBL wins

Taipans hold firm to seal consecutive home NBL wins

The Cairns Taipans held off a fast finishing Tasmania JackJumpers to seal back-to-back home NBL wins.

36ers snap NBL drought, extend Phoenix's woes

36ers snap NBL drought, extend Phoenix's woes

36ers snap NBL drought, extend Phoenix's woes

36ers snap NBL drought, extend Phoenix's woes

South East Melbourne Phoenix's horror start to the NBL season has continued after the Adelaide 36ers rode a fast start to a 10-point win.

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Maker's back in NBA mix, Simmons 'here again, ready'

Maker's back in NBA mix, Simmons 'here again, ready'

Thon Maker has earned a second NBA crack with Houston in a squad that also features Jock Landale and Jack McVeigh, while Patty Mills is settling into Utah life.

Josh Giddey's NBA pre-season rocked by ankle injury

Josh Giddey's NBA pre-season rocked by ankle injury

Australian NBA star Josh Giddey has spent the best part of two months nursing a serious ankle injury suffered during the Boomers' ill-fated Olympic campaign.

Breakers prolong Phoenix's winless start to NBL season

Breakers prolong Phoenix's winless start to NBL season

South East Melbourne have dropped a third consecutive game to start the NBL season, falling by two points to the New Zealand Breakers.

Hawks' Harvey comes up clutch to seal win over Kings

Hawks' Harvey comes up clutch to seal win over Kings

American guard Tyler Harvey has sunk a crucial late three-pointer to seal the Illawarra Hawks' seven-point NBL win over bitter rivals the Sydney Kings.

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JackJumpers, United happy to see the back of each other

JackJumpers, United happy to see the back of each other

JackJumpers, United happy to see the back of each other

JackJumpers, United happy to see the back of each other

They have enjoyed such an intense rivalry that the Tasmania JackJumpers and Melbourne United are happy to take a break from battling against each other.

JackJumpers right at home on night of celebration

JackJumpers right at home on night of celebration

JackJumpers right at home on night of celebration

JackJumpers right at home on night of celebration

Will Magnay and Jordon Crawford have fired the Tasmania JackJumpers to a home win over Melbourne United in their NBL clash in Hobart.

Taipans win home NBL opener over 36ers

Taipans win home NBL opener over 36ers

Taipans win home NBL opener over 36ers

Taipans win home NBL opener over 36ers

Sam Waardenburg and Rob Edwards have set it up and Kyrin Galloway finished the job for the Cairns Taipans against the Adelaide 36ers.

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver still harbours NBA hopes

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver still harbours NBA hopes

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver still harbours NBA hopes

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver still harbours NBA hopes

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver says he has grown since he last played in the NBL with the Cairns Taipans some four years ago.

Undefeated Hawks and Kings set up NBL blockbuster

Undefeated Hawks and Kings set up NBL blockbuster

Undefeated Hawks and Kings set up NBL blockbuster

Undefeated Hawks and Kings set up NBL blockbuster

The Illawarra Hawks and Sydney Kings have set up a mouth-watering NBL clash with both teams having an unbeaten season's record to defend.

Adams shines as Kings hold out Wildcats in NBL thriller

Adams shines as Kings hold out Wildcats in NBL thriller

Adams shines as Kings hold out Wildcats in NBL thriller

Adams shines as Kings hold out Wildcats in NBL thriller

Jaylen Adams and the Sydney Kings have sent out an early NBL message by overcoming the Perth Wildcats 88-87 after a dramatic finale.

Hawks push pace to beat Bullets in NBL

Hawks push pace to beat Bullets in NBL

Hawks push pace to beat Bullets in NBL

Hawks push pace to beat Bullets in NBL

The Illawarra Hawks shook off a rough second quarter to beat the Brisbane Bullets 113-101 in their NBL clash in Wollongong.

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Vickerman uncertain over combining NBL and Boomers jobs

Phil Smyth believes Dean Vickerman is the man to lead the Boomers into the future, but the veteran Melbourne United coach isn't so sure.

United outclass Phoenix in Melbourne NBL derby

Old hands Chris Goulding and Matthew Dellavedova have combined to put South East Melbourne to the sword and deliver Melbourne United another NBL win.

Smyth's 'genuine Boomers fear', backs Vickerman for job

Four-time Olympic point guard turned Boomers coach Phil Smyth has endorsed current Melbourne United mentor Dean Vickerman to take over as men's national coach.

Goorjian keen for HoopsFest to stay a round-one fixture

The NBL's inaugural HoopsFest was a resounding success, with Sydney Kings coach Brian Goorjian saying it brought 'attention and goodness' to the sport.

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Royal revival helps Kings reign supreme over 36ers

The Sydney Kings have come from five points down at three-quarter time to post a 102-94 win over Adelaide at Perth's RAC Arena.

Tough start for Geelong as Fire snare HoopsFest crown

The Townsville Fire have been crowned the WNBL's HoopsFest champions, with new team Geelong enduring a tough tournament.

No panic for Cairns despite worrying round-one fadeout

The Cairns Taipans were blown away in their 102-75 loss to Illawarra in Perth, but coach Adam Forde says his team's problems are a quick fix.

Froling stars as hot Hawks crush Taipans in Perth

Sam Froling has scored 19 points and Darius Days posted 20 points and 12 rebounds as Illawarra started their NBL season with a big win over Cairns.

NZ Breakers make statement to open new NBL era

A new era for a revamped New Zealand Breakers outfit opened with a 91-87 win against the Brisbane Bullets at the NBL's HoopsFest in Perth.

Wildcats ready to tear into Kings after beating Phoenix

Perth Wildcats are looking forward to tackling star-studded Sydney Kings after their defeat of South East Melbourne Phoenix in their home arena.

Wildcats excite in first up win over Phoenix

Bryce Cotton and Keanu Pinder were explosive as the Perth Wildcats beat the South East Melbourne Phoenix 106-98 at the season-opening NBL HoopsFest.

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